Online Class: Diabetes 101

Welcome to Diabetes 101: Understanding, Diagnosing and Managing. This introductory course regarding the topic of diabetes is designed to offer students a general understanding of what diabetes is,

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  • 11
    Lessons
  • 15
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 2,490
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 4
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.4
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Welcome to Diabetes 101: Understanding, Diagnosing and Managing. This introductory course regarding the topic of diabetes is designed to offer students a general understanding of what diabetes is, how it's diagnosed and how it's managed. Students will also learn the anatomy of diabetes, the body organs involved, and the different types of diabetes with which a person may be diagnosed.

This course also covers the importance of glucose and insulin and how each affects the overall function of your body. Symptoms of diabetes as well as what to expect when you visit a doctor are included in these lessons. Testing methods commonly used by diabetics to maintain their blood sugar and insulin levels are also explored. Understanding the basic tools a diabetic may need for daily management of diabetes are introduced, as are the different methods many individuals diagnosed with diabetes take in order to adapt their lifestyle to their condition at home, work, or school.

Students of this course on diabetes will learn about the most common types of complications associated with multiple forms of diabetes and the importance of care and infection prevention among diabetics, most specifically the elderly. Pregnant mothers diagnosed with gestational diabetes will understand the importance of obstetrical and post-delivery care, and enjoy some tips and suggestions for healthy living habits before, during and after a planned pregnancy.

Throughout this course, students will also learn the importance of nutrition and diet for optimal management of diabetes symptoms and conditions. We'll explore a number of coping skills that diabetics can utilize to help prevent stress and depression. Finally, we'll wrap up this introductory course on diabetes by offering tips that every individual can take to help reduce their risk of developing the condition, or at the very least, minimize its impact on their lives.

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  • Self-Paced
  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
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  • Android & iOS Friendly
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Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 
 

Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
4.64 / 5 Stars (Average Rating)
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(2,534 votes)

Lesson 1: Diabetes Basics

11 Points
The anatomy of diabetes and different types of diabetes are the focus of this first lesson on understanding, diagnosing, and managing diabetes.
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Diabetes; Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: An Introduction
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam

Lesson 2: Diagnosing Diabetes

10 Points
This lesson will focus on the common symptoms of different types of diabetes, what to expect when you do visit the doctor, and a variety of testing methods that are utilized to help your doctor diagnose the disease. Additional lesson topics: Diabetes Tests
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam

Lesson 3: All About Glucose

9 Points
Any diabetic should understand the basic definition of glucose; what it does, and how it affects the body.
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam

Lesson 4: Basic Diabetic Tools

10 Points
In this lesson, we'll cover the basics of what types of tools you may need to monitor your condition. Additional lesson topics: Glucose Monitoring
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam

Lesson 5: The Diabetic Lifestyle

12 Points
In this lesson, we'll cover some ideas and suggestions for taking back control of your life and leading as normal of a lifestyle as possible. Additional lesson topics: Managing Diabetes
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Exercise
  • Complete: Lesson 5 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam

Lesson 6: Diabetes Complications

10 Points
There are times when diabetic complications may arise. Understanding the basics regarding a few of these will help you identify when something just isn't right with your body. Additional lesson topics: Diabetes Complications; Foot Complications
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam

Lesson 7: Diabetes and the Elderly

8 Points
The importance of care and the dangers of infection to the elderly are broached in this lesson. Additional lesson topics: Standard of Care for Older Adults with Diabetes
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam

Lesson 8: Gestational Diabetes

9 Points
This lesson focuses specifically on what causes gestational diabetes, how women can take care of themselves throughout their pregnancy, and learn healthy lifestyle habits that will help them and their babies experience a healthy and normal pregnancy and d
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam

Lesson 9: Diabetes and Diet

10 Points
This lesson will provide a brief introduction into a diabetic diet and catering that diet to your tastes. Additional lesson topics: Food and Nutrition
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Food journaling
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam

Lesson 10: Coping Skills for Diabetics

10 Points
This lesson will focus on how emotions such as stress and depression may interfere with your long-term health and wellness and the link between diabetes management and your emotional outlook. Additional lesson topics: Coping and Diabetes; Diabetes and Emotions
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam

Lesson 11: Diabetes Prevention

64 Points
This lesson focuses on preventing diabetes and what you can do to help yourself, your children or your parents avoid a diabetic diagnosis. Additional lesson topics: Diabetes Prevention
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Let us know what you think of this course; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
  • Complete: Lesson 11 Assignment
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
163
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define what diabetes is, recognize the types of diabetes, and how to diagnose it.
  • Describe glucose and its role in diabetes.
  • Identify basic diabetic tools.
  • Describe the diabetic lifestyle and complications that can arise with diabetes.
  • Describe the challenges of diabetes and the elderly.
  • Define gestational diabetes.
  • Summarize diabetes and diet.
  • Describe coping skills for diabetics as well as techniques for diabetes prevention.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: Diabetes 101
Course Number: 8900166
Lessons Rating: 4.64 / 5 Stars (2,534 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is fully available online in all 50 states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It’s also offered in major English-speaking countries, such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland.
Last Updated: February 2024
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.4 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

  • "A very good class and a very conscientious instructor. Timely classwork feedback and helpful comments. I also found it helpful to see my incorrect answers corrected with the right answers." -- Pamela T.
  • "Instructor seemed very knowledgeable and presented the information in a clear manner. Thoroughly enjoyed the class :) Thank you." -- Kathleen S.
  • "This was a very helpful course for learning the basics of diabetes." -- Craig B.
  • "The course helped me a lot in knowing more about Diabetes. The instructor is diligent." -- Julieta B.
  • "I just wanted to thank her and thank for all of the information that was shared." -- Joan R.
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